Who among the following scholars translated Patanjali’s work on grammar into Arabic?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Al-Biruni
Al-Biruni was a renowned Persian scholar and polymath of the 11th century who made significant contributions to various fields, including history, astronomy, mathematics, and linguistics. During his extensive travels in India, he studied Indian culture, science, and literature. He showed a deep interest in Indian philosophical and grammatical texts. Al-Biruni translated several Sanskrit works into Arabic, including Patanjali’s works on grammar, particularly the Mahabhashya, which discusses Panini's grammar. His translations played a crucial role in introducing Indian knowledge to the Islamic world. The other scholars mentioned—Ibn Hajar al-Haytami, Ibn al-Haj, and Ibn Hubal—were known for their contributions in other fields but were not involved in translating Patanjali’s work.